Slow Cooker Chili

Dive into a bowl of hearty, comforting Slow Cooker Chili, a no-fuss recipe perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. This robust chili combines tender, seasoned ground beef, a medley of kidney and black beans, and a flavorful blend of smoky spices like chili powder, cumin, and paprika, all simmered to perfection in a rich tomato base. With just 15 minutes of prep time, your slow cooker works its magic over several hours, infusing every bite with mouthwatering depth. Customize your bowl with toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or fresh herbs for a personal touch. Whether served at a game day gathering or as a simple family dinner, this savory chili is sure to satisfy. Perfect for meal prepping, this recipe is also freezer-friendly for delicious leftovers.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:360 mins

Total Time:375 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 28 ounces diced tomatoes (with juice)
• 15 ounces tomato sauce
• 15 ounces kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
• 15 ounces black beans (drained and rinsed)
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup beef broth (low-sodium)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces with a spoon. Drain excess fat if necessary.

Step 3

Transfer the cooked ground beef to the slow cooker.

Step 4

In the same skillet, sauté the diced onion until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.

Step 5

Add the cooked onion and garlic to the slow cooker.

Step 6

Stir in the diced tomatoes (with juice), tomato sauce, kidney beans, and black beans.

Step 7

Add the chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, black pepper, and beef broth to the slow cooker. Stir well to combine.

Step 8

Set the slow cooker to low heat and cook for 6–8 hours, or on high heat for 3–4 hours, stirring occasionally.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.

Step 10

Ladle the chili into bowls and serve with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped cilantro, diced jalapeños, or tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2921.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2329.1

Total Fat 108.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 36.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 301.1mg	0%
Sodium 4472.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 214.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 66.8g	0%
Total Sugars 41.2g
Protein 140.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 571.4mg	0%
Iron 32.5mg	0%
Potassium 5486.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.7%

Protein: 23.5%

Carbs: 35.8%